Puzzled with how to have a healthy breakfast at work, my sister suggested Heidi's baked oatmeal. She served this at a brunch with some girlfriends. Not only is it great for crowds, but it's re-heatable in single-serve portions that will have all your co-workers asking for the recipe.
Baked Oats with Bananas and Blueberries
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain salt
- 2 cups milk (or nut milk)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries or a mix of berries
Preheat. 375 degrees w/ a rack in the top third of the over. Butter the inside of your baking dish.Step one. In a bowl, combine the oats, half of the walnuts, baking powder, cinnamon and salt.
Step two. In another bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, milk, egg, vanilla and half of the butter.
Step three. Lay bananas across the bottom of the buttered baking dish. Sprinkle two-thirds of the berries on top. Cover with the dry mix and then drizzle the milk mix over the oats. Scatter the remaining berries and walnuts over the top.
Step four. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until the top is golden and the oats are set. Let cool for a few minutes. Drizzle with the remaining melted butter and serve.
Serve. With a little maple syrup on top. Divine.
enjoy.
